Charges of Child Sex Abuse Filed Against Actor Timothy Busfield

Law enforcement in New Mexico has released an arrest warrant for Timothy Busfield, known for his direction and acting in films and TV shows, to address allegations of child sexual abuse.

An officer from the Albuquerque Police Department submitted a complaint based on claims of a child stating that Busfield inappropriately touched him. The alleged incidents took place on the set of the TV series "The Cleaning Lady," where Busfield held roles both in front of and behind the camera.

The child involved reported that the initial incident happened when he was seven years old, with three or four instances of inappropriate touching. A second occasion occurred a year later, with five or six more instances reported.

According to the complaint, the child's mother notified Child Protective Services about the incidents, which supposedly transpired from late 2022 through the spring of 2024.

Attempts to reach Busfield's legal team and agent for comments were unsuccessful as of late Friday.

The arrest warrant, officially endorsed by a judge, covers two charges of criminal sexual contact involving a minor.

The documented complaint describes the child, referenced only by initials, as having been diagnosed with both post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety. He is noted to have experienced recurring nightmares where he was threatened by Busfield's touch.

Out of fear of Busfield's potential anger, the child hesitated to disclose the abuse.

The investigation officially opened in November 2024, initiated by a call from a physician at the University of New Mexico Hospital, where the child’s parents were directed by legal counsel.

"The Cleaning Lady," which lasted through four seasons on Fox until 2025, depicted the story of a Cambodian doctor who became entangled in crime after trying to save her son.

Warner Bros., the production company behind the show, conducted an internal probe into the accusations but reportedly could not validate the claims.

Timothy Busfield is recognized for his prestigious roles in series such as "The West Wing" and films like "Field of Dreams" and "Thirtysomething," the latter of which earned him an Emmy for his supporting performance in 1991.